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Pattaya in January
What January is really like in Pattaya: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
January is one of the best months to visit Pattaya. Expect average highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 22°C (72°F), about 2 rainy days and roughly 11.4 hours of daylight. Dry, sunny and less humid; peak season, with many European and Asian visitors.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 31°C (88°F) / 22°C (72°F)
- Rainy days
- About 2
- Daylight
- About 11.4 hours
- Sea temperature
- 27°C (81°F)
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in January
January is the 9th-warmest month in Pattaya: days average 31°C (88°F) against a yearly average high of 32°C (90°F), and nights fall to about 22°C (72°F). Rain falls on roughly 2 of its 31 days. Compared with December (30°C (86°F)), January is about as warm; by February highs stay near 32°C (90°F).
- Sunrise (15 January)
- About 06:42
- Sunset (15 January)
- About 18:09
- Daylight
- About 11.4 hours
- Sea
- 27°C (81°F)
Late rainy season (September–October). The wettest weeks and lowest prices, with occasional flooding; rains ease by late October.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, January rates 5 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: January is one of the pricier months.
Events in January
- Lunar New Year celebrations (late January or February)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in January
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Island · Koh Larn
Koh Larn (Coral Island)
Take the public ferry rather than a speedboat tour, and head to Samae or Tien beach, which are usually quieter than Tawaen.
- Time needed
- Full day
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- Outdoors
- Kids
- Couples
Beach · Central Pattaya
Pattaya Beach
The city's main beach curves about 3 km along Pattaya Bay beside Beach Road, with a promenade, deckchairs, umbrellas and water sports.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- After dark
Beach · Jomtien
Jomtien Beach
Head to the southern end for more space and kite-surfing schools, and visit the Jomtien Night Market in the evening.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Kids
- Outdoors
- Active
Viewpoint · Pratumnak Hill
Pattaya Viewpoint (Khao Phra Tamnak)
On the hill above Bali Hai Pier, this viewpoint looks over the whole curve of Pattaya Bay and the city, with the large Pattaya City sign on the hillside below.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Views
- Photo spot
- Couples
The sea averages 27°C (81°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Pattaya.
What to pack
For highs near 31°C, lows near 22°C and 2 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is January a good time to visit Pattaya?
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Questions travellers ask
+Is January a good time to visit Pattaya?
It is one of the best months to visit Pattaya. Dry, sunny and less humid; peak season, with many European and Asian visitors.
+How warm is Pattaya in January?
Average highs are around 31°C (88°F) and lows around 22°C (72°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Pattaya in January?
Expect rain on about 2 days of the month, so it is usually dry.